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Discover this unique corner of British Columbia and enjoy eclectic fodder for foodies, art-goers, music lovers, history buffs, and adventure seekers. The Nelson and Kootenay Lake culture is a culmination of our natural surroundings, arts, and heritage combined with the spice of the people who live here. Everywhere you go you will feel the vibe that we value and embrace: Read more...
With every Season Series the Capitol Theatre is thrilled to present a new selection of professional touring artists spanning a range of artistic genres. The Capitol Theatre features the best in live theatre, classical ballet and contemporary dance theatre, classical and contemporary music, comedy and a vast variety of other performances and productions. We offer 125+ events on our stage Read more...
The Kootenay Lake Road Trip App has been released! It is the first of its kind in the Kootenay region providing two fun and informative self-guided audio tours. You can listen to them in the privacy of your vehicle, walking or even on your bike. The Driving Tour features over 100 points of interest all around Kootenay Lake. The Mural Tour, in both English and French, highlights over Read more...
The Nelson and District Arts Council (NDAC) is a registered non-profit organization that was formed in 1969 as the Kootenay-Columbia Arts Council. All board members are volunteers who are committed to promoting and encouraging cultural and artistic activities in our community through accessing funds for projects and rural artist support. The Council has both individual and group members that draw Read more...
The CRAFT CONNECTION is an artist run co-op, currently owned and operated by 8 local woman who all display and sell their own work as well as that of about 250 consignees. The storefront is a must see for all visitors to the area! Most people that visit Nelson, visit this store, and they love it. The members/ owners strive Read more...
The Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery celebrates the creativity, the history, the vibe that is Nelson, Canada’s Best Small Art Town. Located in a stunning 1902 heritage building in the heart of the historic downtown district, Nelsons only public museum and archives offers a friendly atmosphere in an exciting state-of-the-art facility. Visitors will learn about the region’s expansive history from Read more...